Somebody attempted to promote this on my “About” page which is kind of irritating (c’mon, just email me) but I saw that Anno Domini did the production so I thought I would give it a listen. This is a really dope and powerful cut. Caesar really ran with this beat and concept. The lyrics involve the cyclical nature of violence in families. Sons and daughters learn behaviors from their parents and then incorporate it into their lives. Also, whoever directed this video was a real genius, I think this story and concept was brought completely to life by the camera work and transitions. Really good job. If you are digging this track and want to hear more from Caesar, he has a new mixtape out (which I can’t find a link to easily) While We Wait.
Ya Boy Nick Swain (YBNS) – Wants & Needs (Video)
The name is a little long for my liking, but the music is good, so we will run with it. YBNS has a nice flow and a natural voice for ripping mics. The video is also very cinematic which enhances the music. I am encouraged by this effort to check out his latest album (which is also an acronym) M.E. (My Everything)
Single You Out: Evan Black – Let Em Know (Ft. Emilio Rojas)
Here’s another artist I know nothing about: Evan Black. But this joint sounds good to me. Of course you got the vet, Emilio Rojas contributing a verse, and King I Divine on the boards so that’s always going to help. Apparently he has a project dropping on September 10th entitled, The Arrival. That seems appropriately.
Single You Out: Sutter Kain – Man Behind The Mask Pt. 1 (Produced By DJ Bless)
New music from Never So Deep front man, Sutter Kain (DJ Bless). Every one knows that he is a master at producing music for others but this time he lets listeners and fans get a look at the man behind the mask. He gives us a glimpse into years prior and what’s gone in to make him the man he is today. Bless is a perfectionist and pays attention to every minute detail of his music and that really shows in the final product here. Enjoy this….
Single You Out: Fredro Starr X Audible Doctor – Made In The Streets Remix
Piano induced Audible Doctor production leads the way for Fredro Starr on this joint. And what was once supposed to be a small EP between the two has now become an album set to drop later this year. That’s going to be dope!
Single You Out: Little Vic – Let Alone
Is this the first offering off of Little Vic’s album, Widowmaker? Why , yes. Yes it is! It’s exciting because I have been waiting for years for Little Vic to put out something official and here it comes. Let Alone is a somber joint that is also produced by Vic. He’s got the keys moving as he discusses the caveats of relationships in there different stages. Truly an artist for the people with his conversational style. Enjoy!
Johnny 3 Rounds – Stick To The Script (Video)
Ok. Johnny 3 Rounds, huh? I am not that familiar but I am getting there. He put it down with this track over some of that ill DJ Brown13 production. I am diggin’ those guitar licks throughout the cut. This is one of those “go hard” tracks that features rapid fire delivery and wordplay to hold the listeners attention. His album, Jersey State Of Grind, is dropping on September 3rd.
Single You Out: Famoso – War In My Mind
Famoso is staying busy in preparation for his release of the B.A.S.E. project. War In My Mind is another single from the project. The dope production is from Notez and Ayden. The sample they use for the chorus is a nice touch, while Famoso stays consistent dropping ill bars with the concept of moving forward in his life and career and not looking back.
Single You Out: Akir – Future (ft. Immortal Technique)
It has been a minute since I have heard from Akir and it’s good to hear these new sounds, only to be enhanced by the guest appearance of Immortal Technique. The beat by The Sound at first sets you out upon a safari and then starts to add layer upon layer of instrumentation. It is a musical build up until a catharsis. Akir’s new album, The Plan, drops on September 24th.
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